Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Equation for aerobic respiration?
A
Glucose + Oxygen = ATP + water
2
Q
What is the Equation for anaerobic respiration?
A
Glucose = ATP + Lactic Acid
3
Q
Do all organisms need to respire? True or False
A
True
4
Q
Why do we get cramp after losing our breath exercising?
A
Because of a build up of lactic acid due to anaerobic respiration.
5
Q
What is the difference between anaerobic respiration and aerobic respiration?
A
Anaerobic doesn’t need oxygen but creates lactic acid causing cramp.
6
Q
Where do humans get their glucose from?
A
The food they eat.
7
Q
Where do humans get their oxygen from?
A
The air they breathe in.
